Description
Bostik Cleaner No. 4 Solvent – Sensitive Surfaces (5L)
Bostik Cleaner No. 4 is a fast-drying industrial solvent cleaner designed for adhesive removal, surface preparation and reactivating contact adhesives.
It is widely used with urethane and nitrile adhesive systems, making it ideal for cleaning surfaces before bonding, restoring tack to adhesives, and removing residue where standard cleaners struggle.
If you’re working with contact adhesives or PVC bonding such as Bostik 2402, this is a powerful, professional-grade solution to ensure clean surfaces and strong, reliable bonds.
🔧 Key Uses
✔ Adhesive Removal
Effectively removes adhesive residue from a wide range of surfaces:
- Contact adhesives
- Urethane and nitrile adhesives
- General solvent-based residues
✔ Surface Preparation Before Bonding
Used prior to adhesive application to:
- Clean PVC before cementing
- Remove grease and contamination
- Improve adhesion and bond strength
✔ Adhesive Reactivator
Restores tack to contact adhesives:
- Reactivates polyurethane and nitrile systems
- Ideal for repositioning or delayed bonding
- Supports standard contact adhesive bonding methods
✔ Adhesive Thinner (Limited Use)
Can be used to reduce viscosity where specified:
- Follow adhesive TDS guidance
- Typical maximum addition: up to 10%
⚙️ Key Benefits
- Very strong solvent action for tough cleaning jobs
- Fast drying for efficient workflow
- Multi-purpose: cleaner, remover, reactivator and thinner
- Improves bond strength through proper surface prep
- Professional-grade solution for industrial and trade use
- Supplied in a 5L high-value container
🏭 Typical Applications
- PVC bonding and preparation
- Flooring and vinyl installation
- Industrial adhesive applications
- Automotive and trim work
- Panel bonding and fabrication
- Maintenance and repair environments
⚠️ Important Notes
- Always test compatibility before use
- Not suitable for delicate or sensitive substrates
- Allow surface to dry fully before bonding
- Do not exceed recommended thinning ratios
- Highly flammable – use with adequate ventilation
📦 Product Details
- Size: 5 Litres
- Type: Solvent cleaner / adhesive remover
- Colour: Colourless
- Viscosity: Thin
- Shelf Life: Up to 24 months (unopened)
